1. I have become indistinguishable from a world,
Like animals, all of them confused.

2. They condemn the king's judgment,
The foolish and among them there is no wise one.

3. Restrain your tongue from mocking and know
That he who finds fault is not safe from blame.

4. Envy has not lowered your status, nor has what
They say harmed the prince if called a commander.

5. Though Suhayl the jester's name was belittled,
See if that detracted the one who belittled.

6. I knew myself in the days of youth to be bright,
My fire is extinguished and hardships bring change.

7. People cannot prevent a merit,
Fate has destined it for you, the Planner.

8. These stars are witnesses for the king,
Among them the hidden for the beholder and the clear.

9. We slept and our dwelling settled,
As the star traverses the horizon of the sky.

10. A man, his life is whitened so his distinction,
Is with the maidens though he be fresh and youthful.

11. I have despaired, not knowing what will happen,
Hopeful or apprehensive of the matter.

12. Like a house that was deserted except by its caretaker,
So they took refuge in it and the waverer endured.